PayPal Review
Verdict: PayPal earns 4.3/5 from 21,200 reviews, ranking #4 of 5 payment gateways we track. It suits Stores wanting buyer trust best. Massive brand trust is its standout strength, while higher fees is the main trade-off to weigh.
Our take on PayPal
PayPal is the most widely trusted consumer payment brand, offering instant buyer recognition, Pay-in-4, and easy setup. Great for conversion, though fees run higher.
Key features
- PayPal & Venmo checkout
- Pay Later (BNPL)
- Buyer & seller protection
- Invoicing
- Global currencies
Pros & cons
Pros
- Massive brand trust
- Boosts conversion
- Easy setup
Cons
- Higher fees
- Account holds can be frustrating
Who PayPal is for
A good fit if…
- • You are stores wanting buyer trust.
- • Your use case is boosting checkout trust.
- • Your use case is small stores.
- • Your use case is invoicing clients.
- • Massive brand trust matters to you.
Look elsewhere if…
- • Higher fees would be a dealbreaker.
- • Account holds can be frustrating would be a dealbreaker.
PayPal pricing
Full pricing breakdown →| Plan | Price | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| StandardPopular | Custom | — |
| Advanced | Custom | — |
How PayPal compares
| Measure | PayPal | Category average |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Starting price | Custom | — |
| Rank by rating | #4 of 5 | — |
| Public API | Yes | 4 of 4 offer one |
Integrations
Alternatives to consider
All PayPal alternatives →Bottom line on PayPal
4.3/5 · Paid · best for Stores wanting buyer trust
Frequently asked questions
Is PayPal worth it?+
PayPal is rated 4.3/5 across 21,200 reviews and is best suited to Stores wanting buyer trust. Massive brand trust is the standout strength; the main trade-off is higher fees.
What do users like most about PayPal?+
Massive brand trust, Boosts conversion, Easy setup.
What are the downsides of PayPal?+
Higher fees, Account holds can be frustrating. Whether these matter depends on your use case — see who it is and isn't for above.
How much does PayPal cost?+
PayPal uses custom, quote-based pricing. Contact their sales team for a quote.
How does PayPal compare with other payment gateways?+
Among the 5 payment gateways we track, PayPal ranks #4 by rating (4.3/5 vs a 4.5/5 category average).
What is PayPal best used for?+
Boosting checkout trust, Small stores, Invoicing clients.